What's the secret to unlocking team performance? In the final episode of the Virtual Coach Advantage podcast, season two, Neela and Emma bring together everything they've discussed this season to find out.

Our expert guests have given us insight into the importance of overcoming imposter syndrome, unlocking the power of diversity, stepping up to a leadership role, and of course maintaining a growth mindset. Neela and Emma add to this their own insights from a combined 25+ years of coaching, to help you create a roadmap to building a high-performing team.

Resources mentioned this episode:

The Fearless Organization, Amy Edmondson

Virtual Coach Advantage, S1 E7: Finding Your Purpose, Part 1

Project Aristotle's findings on team performance and psychological safety

Boston Consulting Group's findings on diverse leadership teams and innovation

Rebel Ideas, Matthew Syed

Thanks for joining us for season two! We'll be back later in 2022 with more bitesize business insights in audio and video. In the meantime, find out more about Springboard Future's daringly different virtual coaching for management teams and middle management on springboardfuture.com. Feel free to get in touch via our website, or on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Episode written by Emma Calvert, Neela Bettridge, recorded and edited by Rebecca Hallett.

In today's business environment, adaptability is everything. That's why developing a growth mindset is key, both for the success of your business and for your professional development as an individual.

On this episode of the Virtual Coach Advantage podcast, we're joined by Executive Coach Peter Fay, of Unlocked Potential, to discuss the growth mindset. What exactly is it? Why does it matter so much? And how can you make sure you and your team avoid slipping into a fixed mindset?

Resources mentioned this episode:

The Fearless Organization, Amy Edmondson

Join us every two weeks for bite-sized discussions of big topics in business and management. Find out more about Springboard Future's daringly different virtual coaching for management teams and middle management on springboardfuture.com. Feel free to get in touch via our website, or on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Episode written by Emma Calvert, Neela Bettridge and Peter Fay, recorded and edited by Rebecca Hallett.

Stepping up to the board level can be a challenging transition. But it's also an amazing opportunity. In this week's episode, we explore some of the ways you can make your step up to the C-suite as smooth as possible. Joining us for the discussion is Wayne Bowers, Founder & CEO of Alpha Bagel Corp Ltd, and consultant to Asset Management, eSports and Tech sectors.

From methods for staying confident and keeping a level head, to ways to approach issues of culture clash between established and emergent sectors, our conversation covers a wide range of topics. Handled properly, transitioning into leadership can be one of the most productive, and most exciting, parts of your career. Here's how.

Join us every two weeks for bite-sized discussions of big topics in business and management. Find out more about Springboard Future's daringly different virtual coaching for management teams and middle management on springboardfuture.com. Feel free to get in touch via our website, or on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Episode written by Emma Calvert, Neela Bettridge and Wayne Bowers, recorded and edited by Rebecca Hallett.

In this episode of the Virtual Coach Advantage podcast, we explore the power of difference – or in other words, how diversity can lead to more productive, innovative teams. Joining us is Marie Gardner, Business Growth Trainer and Coach, an expert on workplace DE&I and founder of Red Thread Strategies.

We've all come across people who think of 'diversity' as just another political correctness buzzword, an exercise in box ticking. But smart leaders know that it can really drive innovation. If your organisation has a solid foundation of psychological safety, people with different points of view will feel free to bring you their best ideas, and will feel engaged and motivated.

Join us as we discuss the true power of difference, and how you as a leader can tap into it.

Resources mentioned this episode:

The Fearless Organization, Amy Edmondson

Rebel Ideas, Matthew Syed

Zoom Fatigue: The Differing Impact on Introverts and Extroverts, Wall Street Journal

Join us every two weeks for bite-sized discussions of big topics in business and management. Find out more about Springboard Future's daringly different virtual coaching for management teams and middle management on springboardfuture.com. Feel free to get in touch via our website, or on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Episode written by Emma Calvert and Marie Gardner, recorded and edited by Rebecca Hallett.

In this episode of the Virtual Coach Advantage podcast, we delve into the topic of empowerment. It may be a business buzzword right now, but what does empowerment actually mean in a team context? And why is it so important for leaders to get it right?

Our wide-ranging discussion covers what empowerment looks like in the workplace, some common pitfalls, and insights into how the developing business environment is changing the qualities of a good manager.

So, are you ready to meet the challenges of global business and a hybrid working environment? And is your team empowered to meet them with you?

Resources mentioned this episode:

The Fearless Organization, Amy Edmondson

Finding Your Purpose, Part One

Finding Your Purpose, Part Two

Join us every two weeks for bite-sized discussions of big topics in business and management. Find out more about Springboard Future's daringly different virtual coaching for management teams and middle management on springboardfuture.com. Feel free to get in touch via our website, or on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Episode written by Emma Calvert and Neela Bettridge, recorded and edited by Rebecca Hallett.

Welcome to season two of the Virtual Coach Advantage podcast! To start off the new season, we're diving into the topic of imposter syndrome, which comes up with many of our clients as they step up into management and leadership roles. Joining us is Ruth Cooper-Dickson, CEO of CHAMPS Consult, an expert in mental health and wellness in the workplace.

There are so many misconceptions about imposter syndrome – for one thing, it's not actually a syndrome at all! We set the record straight on its reputation as a 'women's issue', and explore how you can put your inner critic in their place, increase your self-esteem and confidence, and rise to meet new challenges.

Resources mentioned this episode:

Forget What You've Heard – Feeling Like an Imposter is Not a Syndrome, Ruth Cooper-Dickson

The Imposter Phenomenon in High-Achieving Women, P.R. Clance & S.A. Imes

The Importance of Psychological Safety, Amy Edmondson

Best possible self visualisation worksheet

Join us every two weeks for bite-sized discussions of big topics in business and management. Find out more about Springboard Future's daringly different virtual coaching for management teams and middle management on springboardfuture.com. Feel free to get in touch via our website, or on our Twitter and Linkedin pages.

Episode written by Emma Calvert, Neela Bettridge and Ruth Cooper-Dickson, recorded and edited by Rebecca Hallett.

In the final episode of the season, Neela and Emma wrap up their discussion of purpose by focusing on the team. Of course it's important for us as individuals to feel a sense of purpose in our life and work, but how does this apply to teams – or even whole companies?

The conversation covers everything from mission statements to the workplace priorities of Millennials and Zoomers, with plenty of practical tips along the way.

Join us in the autumn for season two of the Virtual Coach Advantage podcast, which will be packed with even more high-level coaching and expert insight. In the meantime, do get in touch with any questions, comments or requests for future topics.

Resources mentioned this episode:

The Culture Code, Daniel Coyle

Ikigai, Yukari Mitsuhashi

The Origin of Why, Simon Sinek

Join us every two weeks for bite-sized discussions of big topics in business and management. Find out more about Springboard Future's daringly different virtual coaching for management teams and middle management on springboardfuture.com. Feel free to get in touch via our website, or on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Episode written by Emma Calvert and Neela Bettridge, recorded and edited by Rebecca Hallett.

In part one of a discussion on the importance of purpose, Neela and Emma explore why it matters for individuals. As a leader, why is it worth taking the time to discover your purpose in life? What benefits does it have in terms of happiness and resilience? And what if you feel like your purpose has changed?

Finding your purpose doesn't have to mean changing the world. But it probably will mean changing your own world, so you live in a way which aligns with your values. Join the co-founders of daringly different virtual coaching company Springboard Future for the first part of this deep-dive into purpose.

Resources mentioned this episode:

Ikigai, Yukari Mitsuhashi

The Energy Project, Tony Schwartz

Join us every two weeks for bite-sized discussions of big topics in business and management. Find out more about Springboard Future's daringly different virtual coaching for management teams and middle management on springboardfuture.com. Feel free to get in touch via our website, or on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Episode written by Emma Calvert and Neela Bettridge, recorded and edited by Rebecca Hallett.

In this episode, Emma and Neela discuss a challenge all managers and leaders face: how to have difficult conversations. Though they may be tough, there's no need to fear these conversations if you prepare properly. And in fact, by creating the right conditions, you can turn them into positive opportunities for growth and connection.

From the role of the amygdala to psychological safety, this wide-ranging discussion covers everything leaders and managers need to know before having a difficult conversation. 

Resources mentioned this episode:

The Fearless Organization, Amy Edmondson

Difficult Conversations, Bruce Patton

Join us every two weeks for bite-sized discussions of big topics in business and management. Find out more about Springboard Future's daringly different virtual coaching for management teams and middle management on springboardfuture.com. Feel free to get in touch via our website, or on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Episode written by Emma Calvert and Neela Bettridge, recorded and edited by Rebecca Hallett.

Join Emma and Neela in this episode as they discuss how to lead and manage during challenging times. For many of us, our instinct is to hunker down and minimise risk during times of crisis. But the best and boldest leaders know how to face up to challenges, by building community support systems, sharing the right amount of information, and listening to a diverse range of ideas on how to move forward.

Resources mentioned this episode:

The Happiness Advantage, Shawn Achor

Unbroken, Martine Wright

How to lead in a crisis, Amy Edmondson

Why good leaders make you feel safe, Simon Sinek

Join us every two weeks for bite-sized discussions of big topics in business and management. Find out more about Springboard Future's daringly different virtual coaching for management teams and middle management on springboardfuture.com. Feel free to get in touch via our website, or on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Episode written by Emma Calvert and Neela Bettridge, recorded and edited by Rebecca Hallett.